Dream 16: Aquinas Irish's Jaden Blount is a force on the football field

David Lee @david11Lee

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Aug 2, 2018 at 11:46 AMAug 2, 2018 at 12:00 PM

Jaden Blount, Aquinas

Junior

Defensive end

6-foot-3/215 pounds

Looking for the next big recruit from the Augusta area? He’s easy to spot at Aquinas.

Jaden Blount looms large when on the field in green and gold. He stands 6-foot-3 and 215 pounds, and has the athleticism to go with the size.

Offensive tackles going up against him this season and beyond will have their hands full, and he’s only a junior.

Blount knew from an early age that football was his love. Even at 4 or 5 years old, he was starting to show signs of things to come.

“I was always big for my age in (recreation) ball,” he said.

He’s grown into a force at defensive end with a combination of size, strength and quickness. He’s already made his presence felt by recording 10 sacks as a sophomore last year, and he’s out for more this season.

“Double-digit sacks. That’s what I want to get,” he said. “I had 10 last year. I want to get more than that.”

College coaches are taking notice, too. Although interest will likely ramp up during the season, Blount has already received interest from major Division I programs. It’s not a surprise after one look at him on the field.

Aquinas is the fortunate benefactor of his talent. The Irish plan to utilize him as much as possible at defensive end while also occasionally lining him up in the backfield or at tight end.

No matter where is on the field, the opposition must keep an eye on him. Considering his size and talent, Blount isn’t hard to find.

Aquinas Irish 2018 Football Schedule

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